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Cherry Pitter

Archie Thompson

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a bronze abstract sculpture resembling a mechanical insect. The sculpture features a complex structure with multiple elongated and curved legs, and the body is composed of intertwined metallic forms. Details suggest both organic and mechanical influences, creating a sense of curiosity and innovation. The bronze material gives it a rich, natural patina.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
3443 × 3432 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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